rooted in
idiom
: formed, made, or developed by using (something) as a basis
Her opinions are deeply rooted in her faith.
a dance rooted in African tradition
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Our motivation to participate in this project is rooted in positively impacting people.
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Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
They are rooted in decisions made a century ago, when southern leaders—even before India’s independence—began passing progressive reforms including compulsory education for both sexes, women’s right to vote and hold office, and affirmative action for members of historically disadvantaged castes.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
The friction was rooted in the fact that Hart didn’t — and still doesn’t — like to practice.
—James L. Edwards Iii, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
The vision is rooted in Michigan's rich agricultural history, where crops like rye have long played a vital role.
—Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 31 Dec. 2024
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Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
They are rooted in decisions made a century ago, when southern leaders—even before India’s independence—began passing progressive reforms including compulsory education for both sexes, women’s right to vote and hold office, and affirmative action for members of historically disadvantaged castes.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
The friction was rooted in the fact that Hart didn’t — and still doesn’t — like to practice.
—James L. Edwards Iii, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
The vision is rooted in Michigan's rich agricultural history, where crops like rye have long played a vital role.
—Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Rooted in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rooted%20in. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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